USKBA Action Sports Promoter John Carlo (USA Karate) held the eighth installment of his “KICKBOXING CHALLENGE” Amateur Kickboxing series on April 18, 2009 at the Patterson Recreation Center in Patterson, New York. On a regular basis, Promoter Carlo holds events that feature exhibition bouts showcasing up and coming amateur fighters. However, “KICKBOXING CHALLENGE 8” proved to be different.

“KICKBOXING CHALLENGE 8” featured the usual exhibition bouts, but headlined by scored bouts for the Kickboxing Challenge Eastcoast Championships. What a thrill it was to see these up and coming fighters have their bouts judged. The bouts were action packed and provided KO’s, stoppages and decisions. The Patterson Recreation Center was filled by fight fans that seemed to love the scored bouts in addition to the exhibition bouts. The noise level and enthusiasm from the fans equaled the action in the ring. One could clearly see some of the bright stars of the future of kickboxing.

Joe Schimtt, Chris Jones, Barbara Turtel , Charles Marino, Alex Vanesse all did an excellent jobs in the Adult divisions and won there bouts at the Battle grounds. In the children divisions our kids did awesome in karate, jiu-jitsu and boxing bouts

KICKBOXING/ JIU-JITSU CHALLENGE 6

Kickboxing - Jiu-jitsu - Boxing - and Full Contact Karate event for beginners, novice and open class fighters- all area schools are invited

USA Karate's Brazilian Jiu-jitsu program is now an affiliate school of Best Way Jiu-jitsu / American Top Team ct. - We are proud to announce Andre Almeida and Luigi Mondelli are now our head instructors for Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and our MMA amateur and professional MMA fight team

When USKBA Action Sports Promoter USA Karate began their “KICKBOXING CHALLENGE” Amateur series, everyone felt it was a good idea to give beginning amateur fighters a place to gain ring experience without being judged. Amateur fighters competed under the watchful eye of an experienced referee, but no judges, with no decisions being offered. The fourth installment of their series, “KICKBOXING CHALLENGE 4”, held on April 12, 2008 at the Patterson Recreation Center, was packed as fans came to see 36 amateur fighters gain that valuable ring experience.

The next USKBA Action Sports Promoter USA Karate “KICKBOXING CHALLENGE” event, is scheduled for June 7, 2008 in Newburgh, New York. Any amateur fighter that would to like to test his/her skills in the ring, can contact USA Karate by emailing Johnc3382@aol.com

Walt Leverich, of Wingdale New York, competed at the 2007 Full Contact Karate World Cup Championships.

Teams from as far as Poland, Canada and Brazil were competing. Walt, who is an assitant instructor at USA Karate/ MMA defeated Ryan Allenish, of Cornwall Ct., in one of the three Jiu-Jitsu grappling super fights. Walt will be competing again on April 12th at the Kickboxing Challenge 4 - New York vs Ct event at Patterson Recreation Center

Also fighting was Joe Schmiddt, of Pawling New York. Joe was a former section 1 wrestling champ for Pawling High School. Joe lost a close bout to Ryan Quinn of New Fairfield, Ct. Joe will also be competing on the April 12th show in Patterson

Both Joe and Walt are schdeuled to have there first MMA fight in June.

Oct 13th Adult show was awesome -childrens event was a smash as well

All off our students did awesome

On October 13, 2007, USKBA Action Sports Promoter USA Karate held the third installment of their 'KICKBOXING CHALLENGE' series in Patterson, New York. The 'KICKBOXING CHALLENGE 3' showcased a full card of 17 Amateur Kickboxing and Amateur Leg Kick Kickboxing bouts featuring men, women, boys and girls. Although sanctioned by USKBA Action Sports and run just like any other terrific event, the bouts were not scored. The 'KICKBOXING CHALLENGE' series is designed to give beginning fighters a chance to get in the ring without the pressure of fighters worrying about a loss. In essence, this would be compared to a inter-school competition without the judging and on a much larger scale. The bouts cannot be called exhibitions because the fighters give their all in the ring under the careful watch of Referee Mike Dore.

What does one get out of this format? It was clear to see that the fighters are elated to get the ring experience and show what they have learned in their respective studios. It was also clear to see that the hundreds of spectators thrilled to the action of their favorite fighters and to all the bouts.

The USKBA Event Representative was Vincent Chapple. The Timekeepers were Lauren Laporte, Vicky Dore. The Equipment Supervisor was Gino Morano. The Ring Announcer was Ty. Assisting with the bouts was former USKBA Kickboxing Champion Benny 'the Jet' Little.

All amateur beginning fighters who would like to gain some ring experience and be part of the next 'KICKBOXING CHALLENGE', contact USKBA Action Sports Promoter USA Karate at 845-832-3382, or email: johnc3382@aol.com.

THE FUTURE OF KICKBOXING TALENT WAS SHOWCASED ON THE 'KICKBOXING CHALLENGE 2' IN NEW YORK

USKBA Action Sports Promoter USA Karate continued their regular series of Amateur Kickboxing events with the 'KICKBOXING CHALLENGE 2' held on July 21, 2007 at the Ice Time Sports Complex in Newburgh, New York. The main emphasis of the 'KICKBOXING CHALLENGE' series of events is to give beginners a chance to get into the ring and gain valuable ring experience as they start their way up the 'kickboxing ladder'. Although the bouts are exhibitions, the action is second to none. All the amateurs come prepared to exhibit everything they have learned in their studios from their instructors. Any studios that have beginning kickboxing students should consider putting their fighters on this series of events.

'KICKBOXING CHALLENGE 2' was USKBA Sanctioned. The USKBA Representative was Vincent Chapple. All fighters participating on this event were USKBA Licensed Fiighters.

For information on future USKBA Action Sports Promoter USA Karate events, visit their website at www.AmericanMixedMartialArts.com. The next 'KICKBOXING CHALLENGE' event is scheduled for Saturday, October 13, 2007 at the Patterson Recreation Center in Patterson, New York. To fight on this card, email; JohnC3382@aol.com.

Fridays 6:15pm - 6:45pm -This class is a full contact kickboxing and submission grappling class. advanced students only

Junior Olympic boxing program Ages 7-12 -

Mondays 5:45pm - 6:30pm - Learn the art of boxing . sparring included

** USKBA ACTION SPORTS News of... ...TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2007**

USA KARATE 'KICKBOXING CHALLENGE' SERIES OF NEW YORK SMOKERS OFF TO A SUCCESSFUL START

The gloves were pounding and the kicks were flying. But this time, it was during a smoker event held by USKBA ACTION SPORTS Promoter USA Karate and John Carlo.

On May 12, 2007, the 'KICKBOXING CHALLENGE' was held at the Patterson Recreation Center in Patterson, New York. The unexpected standing room only crowd was there to witness some of the area's amateur action sports talent. It would seem that everyone walked away from this event totally satisfied and happy.

This was not your ordinary smoker event. All the bouts were exhibitions. That means that none of the bouts were scored. There were no judges, just a referee to control the action. This meant that all the fighters were there to gain ring experience without the burden of thinking about winning or losing. This is a great idea for beginning fighters. The 'KICKBOXING CHALLENGE' was so successful, the promoters are scheduling additional smokers for the remainder of the year.

Saturday , Oct 21st our students and familys did a 2 mile run / walk for Charity. I am very proud of the children and familys who took the time to help other children who are less fortunate. Awesome Job guys , Special Thanks to Aishwarya Govind, Sean Brancato, Griffin Mayhew, Griffin Bennett, Christina Stefano, Marisa Stefano, Matt Laporte, Eddie Foster, Marisa Foster, Nels Soderquist, Leif Soderquist, Jc Carlo, Dan Fraad, Eddie Stanley, Alex Divernieri and family and the Patterson Recreation Center

* New* Junior Olympic Boxing Program- Ages 7 - 17

Mondays at 5:45pm- 6:30pm

This will be an offical Non - Contact Junior Olympic Boxing Training program for children interested in learning the art of boxing. Boxing is a must for any serious martial artist. Boxing sparring and events will be available to students interested in Junior Olympic Events.